Chapter 228

As she yawned and nestled into the blankets as Murat pulled her close. “I have ways to persuade you, begum.”

“Let’s see if they work,” she whispered, hiding her smile against his chest.

Murat wrapped his arms around her, holding her close as sleep slowly claimed them. For the first time in a long while, the night felt complete, filled with love, laughter, and the promise of new beginnings.

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“Ladies and gentlemen, please welcome the Managing Director of this esteemed institution, Dr. Ayleen Khan!” The speaker’s enthusiastic announcement echoed through the large auditorium. Applause erupted as Ayleen walked onto the grand stage, her elegant ivory dress flowing behind her. The hospital’s logo glistened on the screen behind her:

Khan Pediatric and Cardiac Care Center.

The atmosphere buzzed with warmth and admiration. The media crowded in one section, their cameras flashing, while prominent guests from the medical field, business tycoons, a